Today is day one of the new Mayan Calendar – the new Baktun (cycle of 26,000 years) – So in a way it’s New Years Day as well as our Christmas Day.  To the Maya this is the dawn of a new era.  An era of increased connectivity to our Mother Earth and each other, an era of increased spiritual and personal development.  I had the honour of attending a special ceremony with Maya elders on December 21st.  The focus was on our reconnection to Mother Earth and being so that we can give more of ourselves to our community.

What can we do this year to increase our self awareness and reconnect to ourselves so we can give more to others?  For me this time away has been about answering that exact question.  Although my journey has been very personal it is and continues to be from a continued desire to fulfill my motto: EDUCATE, INSPIRE & EMPOWER.  I look forward to sharing my journey’s lessons with you all in upcoming workshops in 2013.

Our New Years Day however, is fast approaching and this is the time of year that everyone makes their New Years resolutions.  Usually these are about personal health and well-being or making some big changes to our lives.  We make these promises to ourselves wholeheartedly and we vow to stay true to them… at least until February when many of us in North America get the winter blahs and fall off the wagon.

So, what’s the secret to keeping your resolutions?? Fun, joy and releasing the “obligation” from them!  Anytime you tell yourself that you “have” to do something or you “should” do something you are doomed to fail.  This is because you will naturally rebel against this obligation – it’s no fun being forced to do anything, we all know that.  It’s a natural human reaction to fight against this “force”.  So what should we do instead?  CHOOSE!  When you choose to do something it changes the energy around it completely.  Try this – speak one of your resolutions out loud using the words “I should” or “I have to”… or even “I resolve to” – how does that feel – check in with your body.  Register that emotion for a minute, really feel it.  Now, speak your INTENTION this time out loud using the words “I choose” – now register that feeling in your body.  Feels different right? Feels lighter?

So what happens when you fall off the wagon, so to speak with your resolutions this year?  Well, the worst thing you can do is berate yourself, feel guilty or judge yourself for it in any way.  Whenever we do this we take all the potential energy and possibilities out of the equation.  Instead OPEN up to possibilities… ask yourself questions.  Sounds funny or weird right?  But try it… ask yourself these questions about anything you’re stuck about or coming to some sort of judgement about… ready?

Okay here they are: “How can it get better than this?” and “What else is possible” – Ahhhh even typing them feels good!  Whenever we come to a judgement or a “conclusion” about any situation in our lives we block all the potentiality of that moment or situation.  It’s like telling the universe you know better and holding up a big STOP sign… how can any other possibility unfold when we’ve already decided that a situation is “good”, “bad” or “wrong”?

So, when you fall off your New Years resolution wagon… and you will… don’t judge yourself or quit.  Remind yourself that you are CHOOSING something better for your life and self, and ask the universe WHAT ELSE IS POSSIBLE here and HOW DOES IT GET BETTER THAN THIS!

These questions are from a great technique that I use call Access Consciousness and they have helped so many of my clients get unstuck… including me!

Happy Holidays and the Happiest of NEW YEARS to you all be you Maya or otherwise!

As a side note, my trip has been delayed and I will be returning to Toronto at the end of January.  I look forward to resuming my practice at New Directions in Health and at my downtown location.  If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to email me directly.

Namaste

Giovanna

Bueno Dias and Hello,

I’m excited to let you know that I will be away in Mexico for Yoga Teacher Training from Nov 1st – Dec 19th.  As most of you are aware, self improvement, awareness and evolution are very important to me and I fuse this into my practice whenever the moment calls for it.  As part of that mission and to better myself and my service to you I am embarking on this exciting journey through both the physical and mental challenges of intense Yoga training while living in another country for a short time.  I feel so called to this experience and I look forward to sharing it’s gifts with you when I return.

In my absence two of my colleagues will be filling in for me at New Directions in Health.  Josie Gintoli and Daniel Lacoste are both veteran BioEnergetic & Holistic Practitioners with a wealth of knowledge.  As per usual you can call the office directly to book your appointment with them.  I will be available via e-mail and Skype (Skype address: giovanna.capozza@gmail.com) should you require my assistance or wish to book a Homeopathic or Nutritional follow-up via Skype on weekends. For the Toronto location Dana Zangari will be filling in for me – you can contact her directly at 416-567-5420

I will be keeping you all posted of my adventure in the weeks to come through this newsletter and of course through my Facebook page which you can access and “LIKE” by clicking here!

I’m looking forward to coming back and sharing my knowledge with you!!

Namaste,

Giovanna

I just wanted to share some exciting news!!  I have finalized my downtown location, after my temporary time at the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine’s Teaching clinic for the last few months.  I am excited to be joining a thriving practice full of great energy and great people  in the Yonge & Eglinton corridor of the GTA.  The Massage Therapy Studio located at 2409 Yonge St. Ste 200 is a perfect location for my Homeopathy, BIE (BioEnergetics) & Intuitive Energy Healing & Aromatherapy practice.

I’ll be there every Tuesday starting August 7th, please call me directly at 416-998-3001 to book your appointment.  I look forward to our continued work together!

Please also note; I will continue to see patients at my Richmond Hill location every Wednesday and Thursday as well as Sunday’s for Intuitive Energy Healing, please call them directly at 905-737-0810 for appointments at that location.

Yours in Health,

Giovanna Capozza

Here’s chance to experience the power, potency and purity of
Young Living Essential Oils

“Some are calling these oils the medicine of the future”

New Directions in Health

Sunday, July 22^nd 2012

2:00 – 4:00pm (approx)

Hosted by:  Gemma Girimonte, Sandra Corrado & Giovanna Capozza

WHERE:
New Directions in Health
9955 Yonge St. Ste. 102
Richmond Hill, ON
905-737-0810

COST: $10

Join us as we travel through the 9 Essential Oils that make up the Everyday Oils Starter Kit. Here’s a chance to see, smell and feel how
powerful and potent these oils are.

In this presentation you will be applying and inhaling each oil and be able to have an up close and personal experience in their healing power and capabilities.

RSVP to hold your spot at this special event.  Please call 905-737-0810

Dr. Edward Bach developed Bach Flower Essences with the goal of improving his patients physical health by improving their emotional health.  The most commonly used Bach Flower Remedy is Rescue Remedy but there are 38 more!

Join me to learn how these special remedies can help you, your family and even your pets have a happier life, heal emotional trauma and even detoxify!

*As a part of the workshop you will receive a Bach Flower assessment questionnaire, helpful handouts to take home & a personalized Bach Flower preparation just for you!!

COST:  $30 or (Pay What You Can)

LOCATION: New Directions in Health – (upstairs boardroom) 9955 Yonge St.

DATE:  Saturday April 28th @ 1pm – 3pm

Call 905-737-0810 to register

A mentor of mine once told me, that when you’re the red in the rainbow you can’t see any other colors.  What she meant by this is that when you’re IN the problem you often can’t see the solution or the whole picture.  When you feel stuck, or are struggling with a physical issue; from allergies,  sensitivities, chronic illness or emotional stress… you only see the red, but it’s my job to see your whole rainbow.  It is my great honor to help you along your healing path and to assist you in arriving at the day you see the other colors too!

I just can’t wait for the day all your colors shine!

Giovanna Capozza

Homeopath & Holistic Health Practitioner

“It is more important to know what sort of person has a disease than to know what sort of disease a person has.”
-Hippocrates (460-377 B.C.)

If you have every wanted to try my services or recommend them to a friend… this day is the day!  Join my team and I for this wonderful event celebrating Family Wellness on Sunday April 15th from 10-2pm.  Receive 50% off my services when you book any appointment that day!!

-  1 hour Biofeedback/Allergy Session

-  2 hour Initial Homeopathic Intake

Also For One Day Only, we are offering FREE Sample Sessions of:
Masssage Therapy, Network Spinal Analysis, Biofeedback Allergy/Stressor Assessments, Traditional Chinese Medicine Hand Diagnosis, Reiki, Personality Type Assessments, Shiatsu Therapy, Raindrop Therapy Evaluations, Somato Respiratory Integration and Artful Awakenings!

Sample Nutritious Snacks, and sign up for our Free Raffles and you could win complimentary
sessions of one of our services.
And receive Special Offers for all our services during this one day only!!  Always wanted to sample our services and learn how to improve your health and your life? Now is the chance to do so for FREE!!

Come out and Celebrate our first annual Family Wellness Day with Us!!
Everyone Welcome!!

*Please Note: All Services will be offered on a first come first serve basis. Raffles will be drawn at the end of the day.

Happy mid-Winter…

I hope that you have been enjoying our fabulously mild Winter!  Despite the unusually mild temperatures and weather conditions I’m sure you’re looking forward to more sun, hot weather and dare I say… BBQ season?? Yippy!

How are all those New Year’s Resolutions coming along??  Not to worry, by now most people’s resolutions have gone out the window… but it’s not too late!!  Spring is fast approaching… so says the groundhog, and it’s a great time to start thinking about Spring cleaning… for your body!

Most people don’t realize that your body is “cleansing” virtually every second of the day.  Your liver and kidneys as well as other important organs in the body are constantly working to keep you “clean” and healthy.  Aside from the normal metabolic waste that is created just by breathing, your body is responsible for filtering out all the external toxins that you consume or come into contact with everyday.  Everything you eat, breath in, rub on your skin or drink must all be absorbed and then eliminated through the proper channels.  Unfortunately we are bombarded with many external toxins from poor food choices to alcohol, too much caffeine and sugar and many, many other chemicals.  These day to day assaults increase our toxic load and overwhelm our natural “cleaning” process which can lead to illness and disease.  It’s important to give your body a break from time to time and “clean it out”!  Cleansing is ideally done two times per year, in Spring and Fall.  Starting a cleanse that is not only supervised but also personalized to you; taking into consideration any health concerns, medication or other issues can give your overall health and immunity a big boost!

Here are 10 signs that you need to detox:

1. Achy muscles/joints
2. Frequent Headaches
3. Low energy
4. You  work in a toxic environment
5. Difficulty losing weight
6. Frequent colds & flues
7. Digestive problems incl. bloating and constipation
8. Skin changes – dullness, oily, acne etc.
9. Mood swings or depression
10. Loss of libido

Cleansing is just as important to the body as it is to the soul and your mental well being.  Taking time out to nurture yourself through meditation, exercise and just plain relaxing can go a long way in reducing inflammation and other damaging effects caused by our day to day stress.  Why not try a relaxing Reiki treatment on a weekly basis to help you manage stress and balance your body’s innate energies… revive yourself!

Springtime Special:

Starting March 1st until May 21st I will be offering $20 off a special cleansing consultation (reg. price $90)
This visit will include an assessment of current health concerns, a detailed cleansing plan, and unlimited email support for 1 month from the time you start your cleanse.

Reiki:

Special introductory pricing on Reiki treatments for the entire month of March & April – 30 mins for $20 (only available in the Richmond Hill office, sorry!)

What a great deal and just in time for Spring!!

To book your Springtime Specials, call:
Richmond Hill – 905-737-0810
Toronto – 416-998-3001

Facebook & Twitter

Our Facebook page and Twitter followers are growing everyday… and with good reason!  I share valuable health and wellness articles, information and tips daily and it’s a great way to keep up to date and informed about the latest natural health news.  You can also ask me questions about articles and share them with your friends and family.
Click on the links to start following Giovanna @
GC Natural Family Health on Facebook & Twitter… you won’t be disappointed!

Here is what you get: 73% off a Food Allergy/Sensitivity Testing and Elimination AND a Personalized DETOX Plan for 1 month!!

After holiday over indulgences, the new year is the perfect time to detox and kick start better health. Learn about your food sensitivities and eliminate their symptoms with this ethicalDeal: $49 gets you a New Year, New You food allergy assessment, desensitization session and personalized detox plan ($180 value).  Two locations to choose from: Richmond Hill and downtown Toronto.

Your voucher includes a 1-hour appointment with Giovanna, who will provide a detailed assessment of your food allergies and sensitivities, followed by a BioEnergetic Intolerance Elimination (BIE) session, designed to desensitize you and provide relief from allergy symptoms associated with one of your sensitivities (learn more by watching this video on BIE). You’ll also receive a personalized detox plan to help you start the new year off right, which incorporates various homeopathic herbs and botanicals.

Benefits of detox can include weight loss, decreased bloating and gas, hormonal balancing, healing of the digestive tract, increased energy, better skin and more! Your voucher includes clearing of symptoms associated with one food sensitivity. If you wish to address more, further appointments are require. You may also choose to follow up and monitor the success of your detox with additional appointments.

Detoxify and start fresh for 2012!  Click here to purchase!

*Please note that you can purchase this for the next 2 days only and redeem after Jan 2nd at either the downtown Toronto location or Richmond Hill

 A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YOU!

Join me this coming Saturday Dec 10th from 10-4pm at Natural Life Health Market in Thornhill.  Bring your friends and family and get your questions about Nutrition, Homeopathy and Holistic health answered.  I’ll be giving away a special gift for anyone that stops by to say hello!  Pass this on to you friends!